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Recycled Crate Stadium Seating

BNKR Arquitetcura's Social Topography Installation is Dramatic

— February 2, 2014 — Eco
BNKR Arquitetcura has worked with soda crates before, using them to shape the walls of its 2011 Upcycled Pavilion, but this time around, its 2013 'Social Topography' installation used over 5,000 crates to make stadium seating.

The annual Book Fair in the city of Juarez was host to this upcycled soda crate seating project. The stadium seating was made up of a variety of steps and platforms, which became the perfect space to sit and flip through the pages of a book, or listen to a speaker.

After the installation had served its purpose for the duration of the Book Fair, the crates were returned to Coca-Cola to be used for their intended purposes. This is a fantastic example of a low-cost installation can be incredibly dynamic, yet have a minimal impact on the environment.

Photo Credits: designboom, bunkerarquitectura
Trend Themes
1. Upcycled Material - The use of upcycled soda crates as stadium seating demonstrates the trend of utilizing discarded materials to create innovative and sustainable designs.
2. Low-cost Installations - The Social Topography installation showcases the trend of creating dynamic and impactful installations with minimal cost, making it accessible to a wide range of projects and industries.
3. Environmental Sustainability - The return of the soda crates to Coca-Cola after the installation highlights the trend of considering the environmental impact and promoting sustainable practices in design and construction.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Design - The architecture and design industry can leverage the upcycled material trend by incorporating discarded objects into their projects, resulting in unique and eco-friendly designs.
2. Event Planning - The low-cost installation trend provides opportunities for event planners to create eye-catching and sustainable seating arrangements by repurposing materials, enhancing the overall experience for attendees.
3. Beverage and Packaging Industry - The emphasis on environmental sustainability in the Social Topography installation suggests a potential disruptive innovation opportunity for the beverage and packaging industry to explore more sustainable packaging options, such as reusable or recyclable crates.
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